Behavioral Health Technician | Feeding Disorders

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support the care and safety of psychiatric patients under licensed staff supervision. You will assist in leading groups, support daily living activities, and help implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with transfer techniques, meal support, and basic health tasks while maintaining compassionate patient interactions and adhering to facility policies.

Qualifications

• Must have good human relations and communication skills.
• Must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.
• Basic knowledge of patient care principles and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups for leisure, exercise, stress management and socialization.
• Assist in daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Assist in transferring, repositioning, and walking with proper techniques and equipment.
• Assist residents with meals and dining, provide water and supplements.
• Collect samples for basic lab work after training.
• Follow procedures and instructions from licensed clinical staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Teamwork

Education

Nurse Assistant Registration (ND Dept of Health)

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: 1717 University Building Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 1717 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Flex
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $16.50 - $26.50

Department Details

Our program provides a multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders from birth to age 18. The intensive partial hospital and outpatient Feeding Programs offer treatment for children with feeding problems (including oral aversion, selective eating, and limited food intake). The behavioral health technician gathers data, assists in preparation and organization necessary for the patient’s individualized plan of care and can assist in the implementation of the treatment plan.

We are open Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays. Join our passionate team and be a part of a rewarding experience!

Job Summary

Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of the psychiatric staff and patient orders. Assists in leading groups, including groups for leisure or socialization, exercise, stress management and relaxation skills, daily living skill building, and art therapy. May provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. Assists the patient in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment. May completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate. May collect samples of blood and other fluids from patients after completing appropriate laboratory training. Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed clinical staff. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Qualifications

Must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0270521
Job Function: Behavioral Health and Dependency
Featured: No